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4 weeks ago | 
ctbites.com | Leeanne Griffin
Kung Fu Kitchen: Hand-Pulled Noodles & Michelin-Recognized Dumplings Opens in New Haven Connecticut may not be home to an official Michelin Guide, but this new Chinese restaurant in New Haven has Bib Gourmand-approved hand-pulled noodles, soup dumplings and much more. Kung Fu Kitchen recently celebrated its soft opening on Orange Street in the city’s Ninth Square neighborhood, marking the first Connecticut location of chef/owner Peter Song’s concept.
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1 month ago | 
ctbites.com | Leeanne Griffin
At No Mames, there are also no rules. The modern Mexican cantina by DORO Restaurant Group, which opened in Wethersfield April 30, is intended to be a fun escape with fresh flavors and beachy Tulum vibes. No Mames (a Mexican slang phrase for “no way,” says executive chef and partner Ryan Van Grouw) opened this week on the Silas Deane Highway, in a shopping plaza between a Marshall’s and a pet supply store.
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2 months ago | 
ctbites.com | Leeanne Griffin
Sichuan Alley Opens in West Hartford with “Modern Sichuan Cuisine” This new modern Sichuan restaurant promises to go beyond “Americanized” Chinese food, showcasing the rich and complex flavors of the cuisine alongside stylish cocktails. Sichuan Alley is new to West Hartford, but actually got its start in Singapore in 2016, said owner Michael Jiang, who partnered with the Singaporean owners to bring the concept to central Connecticut.
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Jan 5, 2025 | 
ctinsider.com | Daniel Figueroa IV |Jayden Nguyen |Abby Weiss |Lilli Iannella |Ciara Hooks |Leeanne Griffin | +5 more
Several restaurants will open in Connecticut in 2025, including new Haven Hot Chicken, Shah's Halal and Raising Cane's locations.
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Nov 30, 2024 | 
ncadvertiser.com | Andrew DaRosa |Joseph Tucci |TinaMarie Craven |Leeanne Griffin
AUSTIN, TEXAS - AUGUST 02: (L-R) Kryz Reid, Colin Creev, and Stephan Jenkins of Third Eye Blind perform in concert during the "Summer Gods Tour" at Germania Insurance Amphitheater on August 02, 2024 in Austin, Texas. (Photo by Rick Kern/Getty Images)Rick Kern/Getty ImagesRabbi Shlame Landa, center, of Chabad of Fairfield, and Rabbi Yehuda Kantor, right, of Chabad of Westport, lead a joint menorah lighting ceremony outside the Pequot Library in Southport in 2022. Brian A.
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Nov 30, 2024 | 
ctinsider.com | Andrew DaRosa |Joseph Tucci |TinaMarie Craven |Leeanne Griffin
Dec. 7Article continues below this adThe Woodbury Ballet will perform “The Nutcracker” at the Palace Theatre in Waterbury on Dec. 7. Tickets start at $39. Palace Theatre, 100 Water St., Waterbury. palacetheaterct.orgDec. 7Article continues below this ad“The Hip Hop Nutcracker” will be presented at the Palace Theatre in Stamford on Dec. 7. Tickets start at $49. Palace Theatre, 61 Atlantic St., Stamford. palacestamford.org Dec.
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Nov 21, 2024 | 
ctinsider.com | Jayden Nguyen |Jamila Young |Andrew DaRosa |Robert Marchant |Leeanne Griffin
Here are eight new restaurants to check out in Connecticut in December, from a beloved Old Greenwich deli shop that re-opened after two years to the second location of a beach-themed burrito spot that doubles as a coffeehouse. Italian restaurant Mangia Mi opened in Sandy Hook in October, the restaurant's second location in the U.S.Chef and owner Rebecca White was born and raised in New Haven and rose to national food fame after winning Food Network's "Cooks vs. Cons" in 2016.
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Nov 1, 2024 | 
darientimes.com | Leeanne Griffin
PopUp Bagels, a Connecticut brand born during the pandemic that has expanded into New York City and beyond, has announced its plans for national franchising, hiring a new CEO to direct the process. The bagel concept recently hired Tory Bartlett as chief executive officer, who brings experience as chief brand officer of Moe's Southwest Grill. Bartlett has also held leadership roles at Schlotzsky’s and Southern Proper Hospitality, according to a news release.
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Nov 1, 2024 | 
middletownpress.com | Leeanne Griffin
PopUp Bagels, a Connecticut brand born during the pandemic that has expanded into New York City and beyond, has announced its plans for national franchising, hiring a new CEO to direct the process. The bagel concept recently hired Tory Bartlett as chief executive officer, who brings experience as chief brand officer of Moe's Southwest Grill. Bartlett has also held leadership roles at Schlotzsky’s and Southern Proper Hospitality, according to a news release.
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Nov 1, 2024 | 
ctinsider.com | Leeanne Griffin
PopUp Bagels, a Connecticut brand born during the pandemic that has expanded into New York City and beyond, has announced its plans for national franchising, hiring a new CEO to direct the process. The bagel concept recently hired Tory Bartlett as chief executive officer, who brings experience as chief brand officer of Moe's Southwest Grill. Bartlett has also held leadership roles at Schlotzsky’s and Southern Proper Hospitality, according to a news release.
